Dwarf Planets
A dwarf planet is a celestial body that orbits the sun, has sufficient mass for its self-gravity to overcome rigid body forces so that it assumes a nearly round shape, has not cleared the neighborhood around its orbit, and is not a moon.
Characteristics of Dwarf Planets
- Orbits the sun
- Has sufficient mass for its self-gravity to overcome rigid body forces
- Assumes a nearly round shape
- Has not cleared the neighborhood around its orbit
- Not a moon
Examples of Dwarf Planets
Some examples of dwarf planets in our solar system include:
Study Guide
To study dwarf planets, it's important to understand their characteristics, how they differ from planets and moons, and their place in the solar system. Here are some key points to focus on:
- What defines a dwarf planet?
- How do dwarf planets differ from planets and moons?
- What are some examples of dwarf planets?
- Where are dwarf planets located in the solar system?
- What is the significance of studying dwarf planets?
Understanding these points will provide a comprehensive knowledge of dwarf planets and their role in the solar system.
[Dwarf Planets] Related Worksheets and Study Guides:
.◂Science Worksheets and Study Guides Kindergarten. Living and Nonliving
The resources above cover the following skills:
PHYSICAL SCIENCE (NGSS)
Motion and Stability: Forces and Interactions
Students who demonstrate understanding can:
Plan and conduct an investigation to compare the effects of different strengths or different directions of pushes and pulls on the motion of an object.
Analyze data to determine if a design solution works as intended to change the speed or direction of an object with a push or a pull.
EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCE (NGSS)
Earth and Human Activity
Students who demonstrate understanding can:
Use a model to represent the relationship between the needs of different plants or animals (including humans) and the places they live.